The best months for tourism in Yili are from April to October, with May to August being the peak tourist season. Below are the tourist features and recommendations for Yili in different months:?
April:?
The apricot flowers of Turgen begin to bloom. The best time to admire the flowers is from mid-to-late April. The beautiful scenery of blooming apricot flowers is enchanting.?
Yili’s spring brings everything back to life. The flowers on the grasslands begin to bloom competitively, bringing a vibrant scene for tourists.?
May to June:?
Wildflowers and lavender bloom all over the mountains, making Yili seem like it is in a sea of flowers. Especially, lavender enters its full bloom in June.?
The wildflowers by the Sailimu Lake are colorful, making it the best time for taking photos.?
The various mountain flowers of the Nalati Grassland compete in beauty, beginning to show their unique charm.?
July to August:?
Fruits are fragrant, making it a good time to taste various fruits. Yili becomes a summer paradise to escape the heat.?
The grasslands are lush and green, with places like the Nalati Grassland and Kalajun Grassland becoming popular choices for tourists to escape the summer heat and enjoy the grassland scenery.?
The Duku Highway opens, allowing tourists to drive through the Tianshan Mountains and experience the magnificent scenery that combines Gobi, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains.?
September:?
The forest valleys begin to show autumn colors, and the grasslands of the Kalajun Grassland are blown by autumn winds, presenting a golden yellow landscape.?
Yili’s autumn is sunny and suitable for photography and hiking.?
October:?
Yili gradually enters winter, with the land covered in snow, presenting a silver-clad snowy world scenery.?
In summary, Yili has a long tourist season, with different landscapes and activities available for tourists to experience from April to October. Among them, May to August is the peak tourist season and also the best time to appreciate Yili’s natural beauty and experience local culture.?